Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $30,260 -53% vs national
Median hourly $14.55
10th percentile $17,440
90th percentile $61,850
Employed locally 640
National median $64,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $17,440
    25th
    $17,450
    50th (median)
    $30,260
    75th
    $54,610
    90th
    $61,850

    Top-paying metros for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $101,900
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $100,810
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $99,530
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $99,370
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $98,820
    Bellingham, WA $98,760

    Related occupations in Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $25,280
    Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $48,230
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $51,240
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $30,290
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $52,130
    Postsecondary Teachers, All Other $65,610

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Librarians and Media Collections Specialists make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Kansas is $14.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.25 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salaries?

    The median Librarians and Media Collections Specialists salary in Kansas is 53% below the national median of $64,320. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Librarians and Media Collections Specialists in Kansas?

    Entry-level Librarians and Media Collections Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $17,440 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $17,450.